Electroplating

Electroplating is the process of using an electrical direct current to coat an electrically conductive object with a thin layer of metal. EPi offers a variety of high-quality electroplating processes that are ideal for all types of metal finishers. Learn More

Rust Preventive by Products

Cleaners

All metals need to be cleaned prior to electroplating, blackening, or finishing. Metalworking fluids and carbonaceous smut need to be removed in a soak, spray, electroclean, or ultrasonic cleaning. A properly cleaned part will have excellent adhesion and be brighter, blacker, and smut-free. Learn More

CR 3 Chromates Products By Substrate

Acid Salts

Dry-powdered and liquid acid salts are specifically formulated for removing rust, scale oxides, stains, and smut from a variety of metal surfaces. Acid salts are also used to activate metal surfaces for further finishing. Learn More

"Thank you I finished testing with the samples and I was able to complete the project for now with just the sample material supplied. I am very pleased with the results. I used an acid brush to apply the blackish material and then I let it dry longer like overnight worked the best. Then I used a sponge for the textured effect with multiple layers of the green. I also let the green material dry between coats. I stopped applying the green when I liked it. I then let the green dry thoroughly and then clear coated the antique brass. I now know how to do what I wanted to produce and I completed the project for now with the limited sample size supplied. It works great, I am very pleased. When and if I need to antique brass again, I will get back with you to order material."

To achieve the finish in the picture it is necessary to blacken the brass in B/Ox 311 first and let it dry. Then apply B/Ox 316 with your preferred applicator in layers to achieve your desired verdi green finish. Some people want a lot of black in the back ground others want a small highlight of black. Let your creativity go wild ! Learn more about B/Ox 311 and B/Ox 316 which both are available in a gel now!